Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs

Name: Miramont Castle
Address: 9 Capitol Hill Ave, Colorado Springs, 80829-1618, United States
Telephone: +1 719-685-1011

#29 among attractions in Colorado Springs

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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Miramont Castle is a museum located in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The Castle was originally built in 1895 as a private home for Father Jean Baptist Francolon, a French-born Catholic priest. Located in the Manitou Springs Historic District, it is a National Register of Historic Places listing. ()

Coordinates: 38°51'33"N, 104°55'19"W

Address

9 Capitol Hill AveColorado Springs 80829-1618 United States

Contact

+1 719-685-1011

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Miramont Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manitou Incline, Cave of the Winds, Barr Trail, Manitou Cliff Dwellings.

1 miW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Body of water
Manitou Incline, Colorado Springs
25 min walk • The Manitou Incline, a challenging and unique hiking trail located in Colorado Springs, United States, stands as a testament to the adventurous spirit. This steep staircase, with a history rooted in its former life as a cable car track, rises over 2,000 feet in less...
0.9 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cave of the Winds, Colorado Springs
24 min walk • Nestled in the scenic landscapes of El Paso County, Colorado Springs, the Cave of the Winds is a natural wonder that has been captivating visitors for over a century. This underground marvel is a premier tourist attraction, offering an adventure into the heart of the...
0.7 miSW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Trail
Barr Trail, Colorado Springs
18 min walk • Barr Trail is a 13-mile trail in the Pike National Forest that begins in Manitou Springs, Colorado and ends at the Pikes Peak summit. The high elevation trail with a long sustained grade is rated more difficult by the U.S. Forest Service.
0.5 miNE
Museum, Ruins, History museum
Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs
15 min walk • The Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a privately-owned tourist attraction consisting of replica Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and interpretive exhibits located just west of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on U.S. Highway 24 in Manitou Springs.
~1160 ftE
Area
Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs
6 min walk • Manitou Springs is a home rule municipality located at the foot of Pikes Peak in western El Paso County, Colorado, United States. The town was founded for its natural mineral springs.
0.8 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Rainbow Falls, Colorado Springs
20 min walk • Rainbow Falls is a waterfall located on Fountain Creek in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The falls' plunge is located beneath a bridge that links Manitou Avenue to Highway 24.
1.1 miSE
Cemetery
Crystal Valley Cemetery, Colorado Springs
29 min walk • Crystal Valley Cemetery is a cemetery located on Plainview Place in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Since its establishment in 1882, it has been the principal cemetery in Manitou Springs. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
0.5 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs
13 min walk • First Congregational Church is a historic church at 101 Pawnee Avenue in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Completed in August 1880, it was the first church built in Manitou Springs and is the oldest continuously operated Congregational church in Colorado.
0.7 miE
Bridge
Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs
17 min walk • The List of Manitou Springs Historic District includes 80 buildings and resources in the historic district of Manitou Springs, Colorado.
~690 ftSE
Neighbourhood
Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs
4 min walk • Manitou Springs Historic District in Manitou Springs, Colorado is roughly bounded by US 24, Ruxton Avenue, El Paso Boulevard and Iron Mountain Avenue.
1.3 miE
Neighbourhood
Keithley Log Cabin Development District, Colorado Springs
33 min walk • Keithley Log Cabin Development District is a historic camp and health resort located on between Santa Fe Place, Crystal Road and Spur Road in Manitou Springs, Colorado. It is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Miramont Castle open?

Miramont Castle is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Miramont Castle?

Nearby attractions include Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs (4 min walk), Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs (6 min walk), First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs (13 min walk), Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs (15 min walk).

How to get to Miramont Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Miramont Castle:

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Manitou Springs (14 min walk)